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Celebrating 20 Years of Koko Kaze with "Natsu no Uso x2"

The celebrated theater company Koko Kaze is gearing up to commemorate its 20th anniversary with the performance of "Natsu no Uso x2" from October 8 to October 12, 2025. The play will take place at the Shimokitazawa "Geki" Small Theater, located in Setagaya, Tokyo. With a talented cast of 11 actors, Koko Kaze promises to deliver a captivating performance characterized by a clever balance of humor and emotion.

The narrative dives into the complex layers of human interaction, featuring a woman whose journey takes her back to a familiar town. Here, she unexpectedly encounters a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to her estranged husband. As the cicadas call out, time begins to rewind, unraveling threads of unspoken words and lingering feelings. The premise hints at a captivating exploration of love, nostalgia, and the nuances of past relationships.

Koko Kaze, founded in 2005, has gained recognition in the small theater community for its unique ability to combine contrasting personalities among its members. Their productions often elicit both laughter and tears, weaving heartwarming tales that resonate with audiences.

The company has several accolades to its name, including the Excellent Award at the Suginami Theater Festival for "Alex" and the Theater Shine Encouragement Award. Additionally, their play "Share" received the Excellent Award at the 6th Hokkaido Playwright Award. These achievements underscore Koko Kaze's commitment to artistic excellence and innovation in storytelling.

Performance Details

• - Title: Koko Kaze No. 24: "Natsu no Uso x2"
• - Dates: October 8 (Wednesday) - October 12 (Sunday), 2025
• - Venue: Shimokitazawa "Geki" Small Theater, 2-6-6 Kitazawa, Setagaya, Tokyo

Cast Members

• - Kentaro Mitani
• - Hiroai Amano
• - Kenji Kazuki
• - Taichi Saito
• - Rock Kirishima
• - Sakina Hoshide
• - Mariko Mori
• - Yuki Saito
• - Takahiro Murakami
• - Sumiko Hori
• - Hideki Goto

Production Team

• - Playwright & Director: Rock Kirishima
• - Stage Manager: Makoto Kawase (P.P.P.)
• - Set Design: Minami Abe
• - Props Design: Moe Shibusawa
• - Sound Design: Yukio Yuki
• - Lighting Design: Chiaki Yajima (Ryumae Masao Stage Lighting Institute)
• - Production Support: SUI, Keiko Sobue
• - Web Design: Miho Kurihara
• - Promotional Design: Nobuaki Henmi
• - Collaboration: Nuyuta-ya, Creative Company Colors, Neighbor Co., Ecru Inc., Herringbone, P.P.P.
• - Funding: Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture, Arts Council Tokyo (Tokyo Live & Stage Support Grant)

Schedule

• - October 8 (Wed): 19:00
• - October 9 (Thu): 14:00 / 19:00
• - October 10 (Fri): 14:00 / 19:00
• - October 11 (Sat): 14:00 / 19:00 (Kaze Discount)
• - October 12 (Sun): 13:00 / 17:00 (Kaze Discount)

*Doors open 30 minutes before the show.

Ticket Information

• - General Admission: 4,200 JPY
• - Kaze Discount: 3,800 JPY (available for performances on October 11 at 19:00 and October 12 at 17:00)
• - Student Discount: 2,800 JPY (available for elementary, junior high, high school, and college students)
• - Repeat Visitor Discount: 3,000 JPY (bring your ticket from the current performance)

Special Offer: Tickets purchased through Confetti are available at a 1,000 JPY discount!

• - General Admission via Confetti: 4,200 JPY → 3,200 JPY!

For details on purchasing tickets, visit the Confetti website.

Koko Kaze's 20th-anniversary production not only celebrates their artistic journey but also invites audiences to reflect on their own life stories. Don’t miss the chance to experience this unique theatrical event!